Art Competition

Each spring, a nationwide high school arts competition is sponsored by the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives. The contest is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in the nation, as well as in our congressional district.

The art contest is open to all high school students in the 2nd District. The over-all winner of our district's competition will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol. The exhibit in Washington will also include artwork from other contest winners nation-wide.

The Congressional Art Competition began in 1982 to provide an opportunity for members of Congress to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of their young constituents. Since then, over 650,000 high school students have been involved with the nationwide competition.

If you would like to apply for the Congressional Art Competition, please follow the 2012 Art Competition Guidelines.  Additionally, complete, print and fax the 2012 Student Art Competition Release Form to my district office at 504.288.4090.  All entries (release form and original artwork) will be accepted until 12pm Wednesday, April 25, 2012.  Entries received after April 20th will not be considered.  For additional details, see 2012 Student Art Competition Directions for Delivery Form.  All forms can be found below.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact my staff member, Jessica Simeon at (504) 288-3777 or jessica.simeon@mail.house.gov.